Al Majaz 1, Sharjah

Al Majaz 1 is one of the three sub-districts of Al Majaz Sharjah featuring low to high-rise apartment buildings. Set on the eastern side of the community, Al Majaz 1 is home to the two iconic landmarks of the city – Al Noor Mosque and Al Nakheel Oasis. The community also has several hotels and a range of recreational facilities besides residential buildings.

• A mixed-use waterfront community of Al Majaz Sharjah
• Offers studios to 4-bedroom apartments
• Al Noor Mosque, Al Nakhil Oasis and The Central Souk are located in the community
• Amenities include supermarkets, healthcare facilities and mosques

Al Majaz 1 is a bustling community that shares a border with Khalid Lake from the eastern side. It is an attractive neighbourhood for renters and visitors alike as it is home to popular leisure spots and tourist attractions. Direct access to King Faisal Street and Corniche Street provides ease for the commute to neighbouring areas of the community.

Properties in Al Majaz 1 include apartments, offices and shops for sale and rental purposes. There are studios to 4-bedroom apartments in the community offering an expansive living area, bedrooms with attached bathrooms a fitted kitchen. A few apartments come with maid’s rooms, a balcony and a powder room depending on the layout of the unit. The shared facilities include parking areas, 24-hour security and concierge services.

As for commercial properties, offices are spread over an area of 862 sq. ft. to 4,000 sq. ft. whereas shops cover an area of 180 sq. ft. to 1,325 sq. ft. Offices in the neighbourhood are equipped with a range of facilities such as fire safety service, elevators, a large hall, kitchen and a shared parking facility.

The sale trends for properties in Al Majaz 1 are listed below:

• For buying 1-bedroom apartments in Al Majaz 1, one must prepare to shell out AED 300k to AED 350k
• The starting sale price of 2-bedroom apartments is AED 550k, while 3-bedroom apartments in Al Majaz 1 can be purchased in AED 850k to AED 950k
• The expansive 4-bedroom apartments for sale in Al Majaz 1 are available at AED 1.8M

It is to be noted that the price range of properties largely depends on the total area and offered amenities.

The residential district is home to several low to mid and high-rise apartment buildings offering studios and 1 to 4-bedroom flats. Take a look at some of the popular buildings in Al Majaz 1:

• Al Ferasa Tower
• Mabrooka Towers
• Alfa Tower
• Crystal Plaza
• Saleh Bin Lahej Building

Al Ferasa Tower is a high-rise residential tower featuring 1 to 4-bedroom apartments, 4-bedroom penthouses and duplex units. It is a pet-friendly tower with five levels dedicated to parking. Mabrooka Towers is a complex of two residential buildings offering 410 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. The three-tower complex – Crystal Plaza is another development in Al Majaz 1 featuring a mix of residential and commercial units. The ground level of the plaza has a shopping mall and parking area also.

The 27-storey Saleh Bin Lahej Building features expansive 2 and 3-bedroom flats equipped with a range of modern amenities and facilities. Al Madar Building is a 12-storey residential building, while Al Nakheel Tower has 27-floors offering ample accommodation options. Those looking for commercial properties for rent can look at fitted offices in Golden Tower Sharjah. It also has a few shops on the ground floor along with a parking facility.

There are several hotels in Al Majaz 1 offering scenic waterfront views:

• 72 Hotel Sharjah
• The Act Hotel
• Ibis Styles Sharjah
• Marbella Resort Sharjah
• Embassy Suites Apartments
• Al Sheraa Hotel Apartments

72 Hotel Sharjah is a 5-star hotel featuring well-appointed rooms with scenic views of the Khalid Lagoon. Visitors can choose from rooms or lagoon view suites each equipped with a range of modern amenities and facilities. The Act Hotel is another luxurious hotel suitable for leisure and business travellers. It is situated close to Al Noor Mosque and Khalid Lagoon Promenade. Other hotels in the community are Al Sheraa Hotel Apartments and Embassy Suites Apartments.

There are plenty of parking spaces in Al Majaz 1 for residents and visitors alike. The apartment buildings come with a basement or podium level parking area. Since the community is home to iconic leisure spots, visitors can easily park their cars in the dedicated facility.

Residents can travel using the Sharjah bus from Buhairah Corniche and King Faisal Street. Route E1 has stations on the road and in the neighbourhood. Otherwise, an online cab service is also available for travelling to nearby areas.

Most of the grocery stores in the community are located on the ground floor of the apartment buildings offering fresh and quality products. These include Dar Al Madina Supermarket, Montana Supermarket and Dyana Supermarket. There is an outlet Spinneys in the community also set on the northern end alongside King Faisal Street. It is also listed among the best supermarkets in Sharjah from where residents can purchase international and local products, ready meals, grocery items and much more.

Al Noor Mosque is an iconic landmark situated on Sharjah Corniche. It is an Ottoman-era inspired structure that closely resembles the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey. There are cascading domes and 52 metres tall two minarets visible from a distance. The beautiful mosque in Sharjah accommodates 2,200 worshippers and has a ladies section with a capacity of 400 women. Other mosques in Al Majaz are Abdul Qadir Al Banna Mosque and Abdullah Ibn Abbas Mosque.

Christians can visit churches in Sharjah in less than a 10-minute drive. The nearest ones include Grace Evangelical Church St Martin’s Anglican Church.

Al Majaz 1 is a part of a family-oriented community with several education institutes nearby. These include some best nurseries in Al Majaz such as Five Kids Nursery and Baby First Nursery. Both these schools are easily accessible in less than a 10-minute drive.

Al Durrah International School lies within a 10-minute drive from the community. The school has qualified professional teachers offering education to Kindergarten to Grade 12 students. The International School of Choueifat Sharjah is another reputable school following the SABIS curriculum – a highly modified version of the National Curriculum of the UK. Other schools near Al Majaz 1 are Al Khan Model School for Basic Education and Victoria International School

Residents seeking medical assistance don’t have to drive around the city as there are several healthcare facilities within the area. Sharjah Corniche Hospital is one of the notable hospitals in Sharjah offering services for internal medicine, orthopaedics, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology and surgery. Kabbani Medical Centre, Damas Medical Centre, Aster Clinic Sharjah and Medze Starmed Clinic are other clinics in the area.

Al Majaz 1 is set on the eastern side of the parent community set close to Al Qasimia and Abu Shagara. King Faisal Street runs along with the community connects the neighbourhood with Al Wahda Street – one of the major roads of the city. If you drive ahead via Al Wahda Street towards the south, you will reach Al Mamzar Dubai in a 20-minute drive. Al Nahda Sharjah is another district nearby offering a range of affordable apartments.

Central Souk Sharjah in Al Majaz 1, also known as the Gold Souk and Blue Souk is a notable shopping centre in the emirate. It is set across two levels with around 600 stores of jewellery, shoes, clothes, fashion accessories and decorative pots. It is located between King Faisal Street and Khalid Lagoon, on the northern end of the community. Other shopping malls near the residential community include Al Fardan Centre and Safeer Mall.

There are plenty of restaurants in Al Majaz 1 dotted around the area offering a variety of cuisine. Popular ones are:

• Italian Concept Restaurant
• Al Sajaya Restaurant
• Al Bahar Al Safi Restaurant
• Mumtaz Nepali Restaurant
• Al Bahar Al Thahbi Restaurant

The community is also home to some of the best restaurants in Sharjah such as Grub Shack Express, Falafel Al Comodor and Krispy Kreme. The waterfront community is incomplete without romantic restaurants in Sharjah where you can take your date for dinner. Sharjah Dhow Restaurant is a large sailing vessel converted into a restaurant offering Middle Eastern and Arabic cuisine. Other restaurants include Red Chicken Restaurant and Madfoon Al Khaimah.

Al Khan Beach is the closest leisure spot for beachgoers in the community. Visitors can either enjoy water-based activities or get some fresh air while lying under the sun. Residents can reach the picnic spot in a short drive of 10-minutes via Corniche Street.

Al Majaz Waterfront Park is a notable leisure spot of the emirate featuring plenty of entertainment facilities for everyone. It has a Mini Splash Park, Alwan Creativity Centre offering different skills to children and Mini-Golf Course. Al Noor Island is another tourist attraction near the community featuring a Butterfly House, Literature Pavilion and playgrounds for children. It will take a 3-minute drive to reach the island.

Al Nakheel Oasis in Al Majaz 1 is lined with date palms carrying ripe dates and a variety of birds. It also has walking and cycling trails along with seating areas and a few dining options. Other beautiful parks in Sharjah near the community are Abu Shagarah Park and Al Nud Park.

Indoor fitness options include Al Marjan Gym and Al Kanz Fitness in the community. Those looking for salons near Al Majaz 1 can visit Nazih Salon and Alam Al Ahlam Ladies Salon.

Fringe Festival Sharjah hosts street performances and folk music while Sharjah Light Festival is a cultural and light festival organised on annual basis in different locations.

Al Majaz 1 is a waterfront community with affordable rental properties for families and working individuals. However, the traffic congestion during rush hours is the only concern for those planning to move.

• A 17-minute drive to Sharjah International Airport 
• Wasit Wetland Centre is at a 15-minute drive
• Residents can visit City Centre Sharjah in a 4-minute drive
• Al Jubail and Al Mareija are accessible in a 5-minute drive